Change Birmingham Brief Therapy

Change Birmingham Brief Therapy Helping people change their lives and teaching others to do the same

Mental wellness is part of every community, and the words we use can make it easier or harder for someone to ask for hel...
09/10/2026

Mental wellness is part of every community, and the words we use can make it easier or harder for someone to ask for help.

Learn more about Change: https://changebrieftherapy.org/

Someone can be smiling, working, caring for others and still finding things difficult. Another person may need quiet, sp...
06/10/2026

Someone can be smiling, working, caring for others and still finding things difficult. Another person may need quiet, space or support that is not immediately visible.

We do not need to diagnose someone’s experience to respond with compassion.

Small changes in language can help make honest conversations feel safer.

Could Solution Focused practice strengthen the way you help people move forward?Change’s two-day Foundation Course intro...
05/10/2026

Could Solution Focused practice strengthen the way you help people move forward?

Change’s two-day Foundation Course introduces practical Solution Focused Therapy techniques that can complement existing therapeutic approaches and can also support people working in education, health, management and other helping roles.

The course focuses on building strengths, creating meaningful progress through focused conversations, and taking away tools you can use immediately.
Upcoming in-person dates: 10–11 October, 10am–4pm

Learn more or enquire: https://changebrieftherapy.org/training-courses
Or email us at: [email protected]

Could Solution Focused practice strengthen the way you help people move forward?Change’s two-day Foundation Course intro...
28/09/2026

Could Solution Focused practice strengthen the way you help people move forward?

Change’s two-day Foundation Course introduces practical Solution Focused Therapy techniques that can complement existing therapeutic approaches and can also support people working in education, health, management and other helping roles.

The course focuses on building strengths, creating meaningful progress through focused conversations, and taking away tools you can use immediately.
Upcoming in-person dates: 29–30 September or 10–11 October, 10am–4pm

Learn more or enquire: https://changebrieftherapy.org/training-courses
Or email us at: [email protected]

Trust often begins with knowing that your story will be treated with respect.For someone considering counselling, clear ...
18/09/2026

Trust often begins with knowing that your story will be treated with respect.

For someone considering counselling, clear information about confidentiality can reduce uncertainty and make the first step feel safer. It tells them that privacy is taken seriously, that boundaries are explained and that they have the right to ask questions before deciding what to share.

At Change, creating that sense of safety depends on careful professional practice and the commitment of the people behind the service, counsellors, volunteers, trustees, partners and supporters.

Help us make trustworthy psychological support easier to understand and access across Birmingham. Follow and share our work.

16/09/2026

Will anyone know that I am having counselling?

Worrying about privacy can make asking for help feel even harder.

Counselling is confidential, which means what you share is treated with care and is not casually discussed with other people.

Before counselling begins, your counsellor should explain confidentiality clearly, including the limited circumstances in which information may need to be shared, for example, when there is a serious concern about safety or when disclosure is required by law.

You can ask questions at any point.

Understanding how your information is handled is part of feeling safe and making an informed choice about counselling.

Learn more or make a confidential enquiry: https://changebrieftherapy.org/contact/

“What if I don’t know what to say?” is one of the most common worries people have about starting counselling.At Change, ...
11/09/2026

“What if I don’t know what to say?” is one of the most common worries people have about starting counselling.

At Change, people do not need to arrive with a polished explanation or a clear plan. A first conversation can begin with uncertainty. The counsellor’s role is to listen, understand what matters to the person and help them explore what they would like to be different.

Making that first step feel human and manageable is part of widening access to psychological support across Birmingham — and it is work strengthened by our counsellors, volunteers, trustees, partners and supporters.
Help us reassure more people that they do not need perfect words to begin. Follow or share Change’s work.

Su***de can affect every one of us. By raising awareness, reducing the stigma & encouraging action we can help to reduce...
10/09/2026

Su***de can affect every one of us. By raising awareness, reducing the stigma & encouraging action we can help to reduce the instances of su***de around the world.

Changing the narrative on su***de requires systemic change. It's about shifting from a culture of silence and stigma to ...
10/09/2026

Changing the narrative on su***de requires systemic change. It's about shifting from a culture of silence and stigma to one of openness, understanding, and support.

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Every chat, no matter how small, builds a more supportive and understanding society. Together, we can make a difference ...
10/09/2026

Every chat, no matter how small, builds a more supportive and understanding society. Together, we can make a difference and prioritise su***de prevention, ensuring everyone gets the help they need.

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Change Birmingham Brief Therapy, The Big Peg, 120 Vyse Street, Hockley
Birmingham
B186NF

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Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm

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